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March 30, 2026 • 4 min read

Grapheme vs phoneme: what’s the difference?

Grapheme vs phoneme — what's the difference? A quick, clear guide for UK parents with examples to make it stick.

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March 27, 2026 • 5 min read

What is a grapheme in phonics?

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March 26, 2026 • 6 min read

What is a phoneme in phonics?

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March 24, 2026 • 9 min read

What is systematic synthetic phonics (SSP)?

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March 19, 2026 • 10 min read

Phonics sounds A-Z: a complete guide for parents (+ free flashcards)

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March 19, 2026 • 6 min read

Spring into reading: how to celebrate the start of spring with your child

Spring into reading with fresh ideas for celebrating the season. Nature-themed books, outdoor reading and springtime phonics activities.

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March 17, 2026 • 9 min read

How is phonics taught in UK primary schools? A guide for parents

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March 16, 2026 • 10 min read

Reading dates and literacy events: the UK family calendar

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March 3, 2026 • 4 min read

Celebrating World Book Day: making reading fun for kids

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March 2, 2026 • 1 min read

World Book Day: last minute (onesie) costumes & ideas

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January 6, 2026 • 7 min read

Back into books: gentle ways to restart reading in January

Struggling with reading after Christmas? Discover gentle, pressure-free ways to rebuild reading habits in January and help your child love books again.

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